Machine Operator - Milling - Weekend Nights : $21.50/hr +$5/hr shift differential

Requirements

• Run milling machine ensuring smooth product flow through machinery and all operational standards are met.
• Load cocoa cakes.
• Package finished cocoa in 50 lb bags, clamp, and add to pallet.
• Inspect equipment daily to ensure optional performance.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Ensure critical control point compliance documenting US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) results, magnet cleaning, downtime, waste generation; Report any non-conformities
• Rotate into other production areas and perform additional duties where resources may be needed
• Collaborate with co-workers on the plant floor throughout production cycle
• Pick up other tasks that may be needed during downtime (maintaining clean work areas, etc.)
• Operate within the Blommer core values of respect and care for others
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods of time
• Able to set up, adjust and operate machinery
• Regularly required to bend, stoop, and reach
• Able to observe and detect issues
• Occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Occasionally move materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Constantly operate within a manufacturing product environment - daily exposure to noise, dust and variation in temperature (hot/cold)
• Operate with a focus on safety and quality, while maintaining a sanitary work environment
• Comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Lockout/Tagout requirements for hazardous energy sources
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards
• Adhere to FDA HACCP guidelines
• Adhere to Allergen Management best practices for food manufacturers
• Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and code of conduct
• Convey a positive attitude and a sense of curiosity in learning new roles and responsibilities
• Operate with a high set of standards to produce consistent, quality-driven results
• Identify and escalate errors in batches, defects in production and any material issues that impede production
• Demonstrate flexibility to rotate into other production areas and perform additional duties
• Respect work hours and schedules, timely attendance, and notice requirements for absences or lateness
• Able to follow clear instructions
• Able to read and write English to perform tasks successfully
• Basic technology skills to record data into computer or electronic tablet
• Continuous attention to details in performing all tasks
• Comfortable working as an individual contributor as well as with a team, as required
• Expected to identify, communicate/escalate and problem-solve as issues arise

Benefits

• Health & Dental Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 pounds of free chocolate for birthday